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Few of us would consider buying a used car
without first having a mechanic look it over, or at
least taking it out for a test drive. Yet that is
exactly what many buyers do when buying a resale
home. They often fail to have a professional home
inspection performed on the home they are interested
in, even though it is probably the largest and most
important investment they will ever make.
Fortunately, there is a growing industry of home
inspectors to fill this gap. Unless you are an
expert, it is highly unlikely that you will catch a
home's minor, or sometimes even major, problems
during a typical house viewing. This is why it is
important to obtain a professional unbiased second
opinion before making such an important decision.
Top 10 most common problems
found by Home Inspectors
A good home inspector will give you an unbiased
assessment of the structural and mechanical
soundness of the home. He or she will identify any
existing or potential problem areas, and give an
overview of the condition of the foundation,
basement, roof, windows, doors, walls, ceilings,
floors, plumbing, electrical, heating & cooling
systems. The best inspectors will also make
suggestions on how to solve any problems they
discover and give a general estimate of possible
costs.
A Home Inspection is the best way to 'test
drive' your new home. It allows you to make your
purchase with confidence. It avoids nasty surprises
once the deal has closed, and it offers the chance
to rethink or renegotiate an offer if serious
concerns do arise.
When hiring a home inspector, make sure of
the following
- That they are well established and have the
required experience and credentials.
- That they are independent and unbiased -
they have no affiliation with any firms that
might create a conflict of interest.
- That they will provide a thorough written
report of their findings.
- That they stand behind their work. What
warranties do they provide?
- That they are members of a professional
association, such as ASHI (American Society of
Home Inspectors), NANB (National Association of
Home Builders) or ICBO (International Conference
of Building Officials).
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